Local City Named Among the ‘Most Outstanding Beer Scenes’ in the US
Sonoma Magazine | Beer Country
by Sonoma Magazine Staff
1w ago
Wine may be what comes to mind when many people think of Sonoma County, but the region’s beer profile continues to rise to new heights. Santa Rosa was recently named the 10th best beer city in the United States by USA Today. The top 10 list of best beer cities was selected by an expert panel and voted on by the publication’s readers. These cities, deemed to host the most outstanding beer scenes in the nation, had “stellar collections of established and up-and-coming breweries, beer bars, brewpubs, beer festivals and even thriving home brewing communities,” the newspaper explained. Concurring ..read more
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Beloved Chain Bonchon Is Bringing Its Korean Fried Chicken to Sonoma County
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by Heather Irwin
6M ago
Get ready to mukbang your face off at Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken, a South Korean fried chicken chain coming to Petaluma. A favorite of vloggers and podcasters who stuff themselves silly while fans watch incredulously, Bonchon is famous for its super crispy double-fried chicken with a savory-spicy glaze. But bulgogi fries (a Korean-style poutine), takoyaki (Japanese octopus dumpling), pork buns with katsu sauce, japchae (glass noodles with veggies and stir-fried beef) are other reasons to visit. Related: Where to Get the Best Fried Chicken in Sonoma County The restaurant is slated for the D ..read more
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New Sonoma Brewery Raises the Bar with Belgian-Style Ales
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by Carey Sweet
6M ago
Brewmaster Hendrik Verspecht of Cuver Brewing is used to people asking him what makes his Belgian-style beers different from the many craft brews around Sonoma County. “It’s hard to generalize,” he says. “We have beers that range from 3% to 15% ABV, from pale-as-can-be to dark stouts, sours, hoppy beers, and everything in between.” At the Windsor brewery and taproom, Verspecht focuses on a handful of signature brews: a poetically floral Pepperwood saison made with Meyer lemon peel and California bay laurel; coriander-hued Dobbel Dark Abbey Ale; rich, caramelly Tripel Golden Abbey Ale; h ..read more
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To Taste the Best Beer in Sonoma, Join the ‘Drink Fresh’ Movement
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by Tina Caputo
10M ago
At a typical beer festival, the focus is mainly on presenting a variety of tasty brews — some local, others from farther-flung locations. But last month, at SOMO Village in Rohnert Park, a Sonoma County brewery hosted a different kind of event. At HenHouse Brewing’s “Freshtival,” every beer served was less than one week old. The fest brought together more than 50 California brewers, including more than a dozen from Sonoma County — all disciples of a growing “drink fresh” movement. “Freshness is as important a quality factor as anything that happens in the brew house,” explained Sayre Piotrko ..read more
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Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Sonoma County
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by Maci Martell
1y ago
On Friday, March 17, people across America will wear green and toast in honor of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Though the holiday was originally celebrated with feasts and religious services, it was Irish immigrants in the U.S. who transformed St. Patrick’s Day into a mainly secular holiday of revelry, parades and celebration of Irish culture. Out of 200 of the largest cities in the U.S., WalletHub recently ranked Santa Rosa as the seventh best place to visit for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The spring weather, accessibility to downtown and variety of activities all lend to th ..read more
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6 Favorite Beer Gardens in Sonoma County
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by Heather Irwin
1y ago
Wine Country is also beer country—with plenty of local brews and outdoor patios to park your caboose and sip an IPA or two. Click through the above gallery for 6 of our favorite beer gardens in Sonoma County. The post 6 Favorite Beer Gardens in Sonoma County appeared first on Sonoma Magazine ..read more
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It’s FeBREWary in Sonoma County. Here’s Where to Celebrate
Sonoma Magazine | Beer Country
by Linda Murphy
1y ago
Although the omicron variant surge forced Russian River Brewing Co. to postpone the Feb. 4 release of its revered Pliny the Younger triple IPA until late March, there’s no reason for anyone to cry in their beer: FeBREWary is here. Each February, Visit Santa Rosa and local breweries collaborate to offer the Santa Rosa Beer Passport, a month-long series of tastings and events. Pick up free passports at any of the participating breweries and a handful of other businesses, visit the taprooms, enjoy a pint and get the passport stamped. Eleven or more stamps earns you a commemorative Santa Rosa Be ..read more
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Best Trivia Nights in Sonoma County
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by Lonnie Hayes
1y ago
Almost every day of the week in Sonoma County, there is a trivia night somewhere. The Barlow marketplace in Sebastopol has two of them. Local bars like HopMonk and Brewster’s seem made for trivia nights, which each hosts weekly. And you don’t need to be an expert on random facts just yet to join in. Flagship Taproom in Cotati has a beginner-friendly trivia night. Here are a few favorite trivia nights. Golden State Cider Taproom Golden State Cider Taproom in Sebastopol’s Barlow holds a trivia night from 6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday. People 21 and older are invited to compete in teams of two to ..read more
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Best Sonoma Breweries for Fall and Winter Beers
Sonoma Magazine | Beer Country
by Linda Murphy
1y ago
Push aside, for now, the hoppy and hazy India pale ales and refreshingly crisp pilsner lagers and imbibe seasonally. In November through January, local beers are spiced, flavored and aged in barrels to chase away the chill when consumed. They’re winter warmers that comfort like a fleece jacket and have aromas and flavors that suit the holidays and spread good cheer throughout the body, given their typical high alcoholic strength. We’re talking dark, low-carbonation porters and stouts with chocolate, vanilla and coffee aromas and flavors, and beers aged in bourbon barrels and infused with win ..read more
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Elk Fence Distillery Opens in Santa Rosa
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by Sarah Doyle
1y ago
When Scott Woodson approached his friend Gail Coppinger to gauge her interest in distilling, Coppinger needed some clarification. “Distilled water? Perfume? I had no idea he was talking about whiskey,” recalled Coppinger, who was running an organic produce stand at the time. The two had met years earlier while working as painting contractors. Coppinger, a house shingler by trade, had moved on from contract work when Woodson showed up at her produce stand to talk whiskey. After catching up, they discovered they both were yearning for a new adventure. Gail Coppinger, right, and Scott Woodson ..read more
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